Anoma has unveiled the A1 Prehistoric, a hand-chiselled take on its unusual triangular watch that looks more like a small sculpture than a standard dress piece. The new model is inspired by early human tools, including arrowheads and hand axes. Only 100 pieces will be made in 2026, with delivery scheduled for October.
The Prehistoric is built around Anoma’s A1 case, known for its rounded triangular shape. Each 316L stainless steel case and matching buckle is worked by hand for around five hours, creating an irregular surface marked by cuts and uneven planes. Since work is completed individually, the texture will vary slightly from one watch to another.
French engraver Steven Brunel handles the chiselling process from his workshop in Mornand-en-Forez, a small village in France’s Loire region. Anoma says the aim is to make the watch feel “unearthed” rather than simply manufactured.
Around 600 individual lines are hand-cut into the brass dial base, carrying the watch’s rough, handcrafted finish through to the front. The dial is then coated in deep anthracite to evoke the monochrome appearance of ancient stone and flint tools.
Despite the unusual shape, Anoma says the A1 was designed to wear comfortably on different wrists. The case measures 39mm by 39mm, but the lack of lugs and hidden crown make it wear closer to 37mm.
Inside, the A1 Prehistoric uses a Swiss automatic Sellita SW100 movement. It also has a sapphire crystal, 50 metres of water resistance and a grained Italian leather strap.
The Anoma A1 Prehistoric is priced at £3,480 in the UK (approx. $4,665). It carries a substantial premium over the brand’s standard models, but the extensive hand-finishing gives each example its own character. For collectors interested in independent watchmaking, it offers an expressive alternative to the polished round cases found across much of the market.